Chapter 401 Betting and Hiring People
After Kong Wange said this, Wen Zhengning and Wen Zirou both fell silent.
Wen Zhengning squinted as he sized up Kong Wange, feeling that he could see through this girl less and less.
Not long ago, in order to test her, he suggested that she take over the Liuhetang flagship store, and he clearly remembered that her reaction at the time was to refuse.
But in just over ten days, she suddenly took the initiative to offer to take over the two clinics.
They were still two clinics that weren't making much money.
What exactly is this girl up to?
Having navigated the business world for so many years, he was quite adept at judging people. He could tell that Kong Wange didn't want the shop for money or power; there was no ambition or desire in her face.
If it's not for money or power, is it really just to investigate that matter?
But how did she know?
Wen Zhengning pondered for a long time but still couldn't find an answer. After a long while, he sighed to himself and thought, "Never mind, I'll wait for Qianliu to send back a message, and then everything will be settled."
He decided to stall for time, so he said, "Wange, although I suggested that you manage the pharmacy before, now that I think about it, it was a bit ill-considered. You're currently studying at the Imperial Academy, and your energy is limited. Managing a pharmacy isn't as simple as you think..."
"It's not that complicated," the old lady suddenly said.
“Zhengning, Zhihan’s legs have been bad for a long time, and we have been very grateful for your care over the past few years. As a member of the Wen family, Zhenmai should also do her part for the family. Since Ge’er is willing to do so, don’t refuse. Let her gain some experience in two clinics. It’s not a bad thing.”
“That’s right, Patriarch, the young people are the future of our Wen family!” Several elders from the acupuncture family echoed.
Seeing that the acupuncture practitioners were grouped together, the people from the medicine line immediately spoke up: "Patriarch, since this is a training opportunity, Luo Yun is unmatched by any of the younger generation in the Wen family in terms of talent and ability. This opportunity should be given to her."
"fart!"
"You're the one talking nonsense!"
For a time, the people from the acupuncture and herbal medicine schools were arguing fiercely.
Even if Wen Zhengning wanted to favor the medicine lineage, he couldn't go too far as the head of the family, so he kept a calm expression and didn't speak.
Wen Sichen, standing nearby, couldn't understand the stakes involved. His mind was filled with Kong Ran's "mocking theory" that he had just been advocating. So he advised, "Everyone, stop arguing. I think Auntie is right. If Kong Wange wants to go, let her go. She'll never know her own limitations if she doesn't try!"
Wen Zirou's ears hurt from his rambling, so she turned and glared at him: "What do you know? Stop causing trouble!"
Wen Sichen: "..."
He shut up and sent Kong Ran a sighing emoji: [My voice carries no weight; I can't influence the outcome. Just got a beating from my mom!]
Kong Ran quickly replied: [So, what's the current situation of the battle?]
Wen Sichen: [Uh...is that the point? Don't you have any conscience? I said I got beaten up!]
Kong Ran: [As long as he can still send me messages, he's not dead.]
Wen Sichen: [...]
On the An family's side, Kong Ran tossed her phone to Kong Chi and Murong Chen, and sighed, "Silly Chenzi is too useless, we can't count on him."
Kong Chi thought for a moment and said, "It's okay, let's see how things go first, and if it doesn't work, we'll help Mommy think of a solution."
Kong Ran shrugged: "That's all we can do."
Just as everyone was at a stalemate, Wen Luoyun suddenly spoke up with a smile: "Uncles and elders, there's really no need to be so conflicted. My cousin Wan Ge and I are both members of the Wen family. It doesn't matter who manages the clinic; we're both here to help the family solve its problems. But since we're on this topic, to be fair, I have a small suggestion."
"Luo Yun, you've always been full of clever ideas, so stop keeping me in suspense and tell us quickly," one of the elders from the medicine lineage shouted.
Wen Luoyun didn't speak immediately, but looked at Wen Zhengning and asked, "Uncle, would you like to listen to this?"
Wen Zhengning knew that her niece always had her own ideas, so she immediately nodded.
Wen Luoyun smiled and spoke fluently: "Uncle, I remember we were recently discussing a cooperation on the supply of medicinal materials with a large traditional Chinese medicine hospital in Kyoto, right?"
Wen Zhengning nodded: "That's right."
An elder from the medical lineage asked in surprise, "Luo Yun, why are you asking this? Do you have a way to help the family secure this cooperation? You may not know, but this traditional Chinese medicine hospital is backed by the capital prefecture. It's large-scale and has stable operations. There are no fewer than a hundred companies that want to become their medicinal herb suppliers. Although our Wen family is famous, they may not value these things. Without some special connections, it would be difficult to secure this deal."
Wen Luoyun smiled and said, "Friendships are built through conversation. I remember that Elder Sun Ronghai was the former president of this TCM hospital. If we can invite him to the Wen family, it will undoubtedly tell everyone that Elder Sun has a close relationship with us. With his invisible support, this cooperation will be a natural outcome."
Wen Zhengning frowned: "Are you confident you can persuade Elder Sun to come?"
Wen Luoyun frankly said, "No, but it's always good to give it a try. Only with challenges can we prove our abilities, cousin, don't you think?"
Kong Wange frowned but didn't say anything.
She has never been afraid of anyone when it comes to medical skills, but when it comes to connections, she is indeed not familiar with the domestic situation.
She had heard of Sun Ronghai, but she didn't know him well.
This gentleman is considered a senior figure in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. He is not only skilled in traditional Chinese medicine, but also has a deep understanding of traditional culture, which is why he is highly respected by people both inside and outside the industry.
However, since his retirement, he has not appeared in public for more than ten years. It would be an exaggeration to say that it is harder than climbing to heaven to invite him back to the public eye.
She looked at Wen Luoyun: "What do you mean?"
Wen Luoyun smiled brightly: "Cousin, it's just what you thought. We'll give each other a week. Whoever can persuade Old Master Sun to come out of retirement will take charge of the two clinics at the east end of the street. How about that?"
Kong Wange raised an eyebrow. No matter how difficult it was, she, Kong Wange, would not be afraid. She readily agreed, "Okay, I accept this challenge."
The old lady stood to the side, looking worried, and frowned, saying, "Ge'er, you..."
Kong Wange turned to the old lady and winked, reassuring her, "Don't worry, Grandma, I know what I'm doing."
Several members of the Wen family jumped out at the opportune moment, flattering her, saying, "Congratulations, Patriarch! Miss Luo Yun's suggestion is brilliant. If we can really persuade Elder Sun to come out of retirement, the cooperation with the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital will most likely be finalized. This will bring our Wen family a profit of one billion yuan every year."
Wen Zhengning was also satisfied to see that his niece had solved his problem. He said in an official tone, "Good, heroes emerge from among the young. Our Wen family's children are becoming more and more courageous. So this matter is settled. We'll see the results in a week. Everyone, have a good meal and then we'll go our separate ways."
Everyone got up and started to leave.
Amidst the crowd, Kong Wange looked at Wen Luoyun. Both of them were smiling, yet sparks flew between them.
Wen Sichen, sensing the aura between the two, inexplicably found Kong Wange rather handsome?
Pshaw, what is he thinking!
One was his own sister, and the other was a woman whose birth chart clashed with his—how could he have switched sides?!
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